The Stoa of Attalos is an impressive building in the archaeological site of the Ancient Agora in Athens. Originally constructed from 159 BC to 138 BC, this building was donated to the Athenians by Attalus II, King of Pergamos, and his wife, as stated on a plaque outside the Stoa. The building had two floors and two rows of marble Read more…

The Roman Agora is located on the north side of the Acropolis and very close to the Monastiraki metro station. In fact, through a paved path, it is connected to the Ancient Agora in Thiseio. Although the Ancient Agora was the place of political gatherings of the Athenians, the Roman Agora was in fact a market, an open market. According Read more…

The Tower of the Winds (Aeres) is located in the Roman Agora of Athens, between the districts of Plaka and Monastiraki. It is one of the most famous sights of Athens. It is a 12 meters high structure with a diameter of 8 meters, this tower has an octagonal shape. It was constructed of fine Pendellean marble probably around 50 Read more…

The ancient theatre of Dionysus in Athens, Attica: The Theatre of Dionysus is considered the first example of Greek theatres and the birthplace of Greek drama. It was built in a natural hall on the southern slopes of the Acropolis and is the first theatre in the world. This ancient theatre was dedicated to Dionysus, the god of wine and Read more…

The Acropolis of Athens: The Holy Rock, the Acropolis of Athens, is considered the symbol of ancient Greek civilization. It is also considered one of the most important ancient monuments in Europe. Both the Acropolis and the Parthenon, the imposing temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, are visible from almost every point of Athens. History of the Acropolis The Acropolis Read more…

In the area of Plaka, a few steps from the Acropolis Museum, is the Sponsoring Monument of Lysicrates. This monument was erected by the sponsor Lysicrates to commemorate the awarding of the first prize in 335/334 BC to one of the performances he had sponsored. Sponsors were a very important and honorary title for the ancient Athenians. In fact they Read more…